Hair and Scalp Diseases

February 2008 in “ CRC Press eBooks ”

Amy J. McMichael, Maria Hordinsky

alopecia areata androgenetic alopecia telogen effluvium cicatricial alopecia photographic imaging scalp biopsies hair transplantation light-assisted hair removal scalp prostheses hair loss hair transplant laser hair removal wigs

TLDR The document explains different hair and scalp conditions and their treatments.

The document "Hair and Scalp Diseases" from 2008 provided a comprehensive overview of various hair and scalp conditions, including alopecia areata, androgenetic alopecia, telogen effluvium, and cicatricial alopecia. It discussed evaluation techniques such as photographic imaging and scalp biopsies, and covered nonmedicated grooming products, beauty treatments, and structural hair abnormalities. The document also addressed treatment options like hair transplantation, alternative treatments, and light-assisted hair removal, as well as the use of scalp prostheses. Additionally, it explored the biopsychological aspects of hair diseases and provided guidance on approaching patients with alopecia.

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